NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging drivers to take extra care and be prepared for the possibility of short-notice lane closures or reduced speeds on the Auckland Harbour Bridge this week.

Wind gusts on the bridge may reach 75-85km/h from 7am on Wednesday 16 April, triggering an amber alert. Under an amber alert, speeds limits may be reduced and some lanes on the bridge may close.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is urging drivers to take extra care and be prepared for the possibility of short-notice lane closures or reduced speeds on the Auckland Harbour Bridge this week.

Wind gusts on the bridge may reach 75-85km/h from 7am on Wednesday 16 April, triggering an amber alert. Under an amber alert, speeds limits may be reduced and some lanes on the bridge may close.

The wind event is forecast to last for 40 hours. On Friday wind gusts may be more significant - possibly triggering a red alert. Under a red alert NZTA may close all lanes of the bridge in order to ensure the safety of road users.

Drivers of high sided vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to avoid the Auckland Harbour Bridge and use the western ring route on State Highways 16 and 18.

The bridge will remain in 4x4 configuration during the alert period.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi thanks road users for their patience and understanding.

Any closures or restrictions will be notified via our social media channels.

Drivers of high sided vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to avoid the Auckland Harbour Bridge and use the western ring route on State Highways 16 and 18.

The bridge will remain in 4x4 configuration during the alert period.

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi thanks road users for their patience and understanding.

Any closures or restrictions will be notified via our social media channels.

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